Nation Feb 26 Survey shows U.S. Christian population leveling off after declining for years By Tiffany Stanley, Associated Press
Nation Mar 31 Watch 6:26 Why more Americans are saying religion is losing influence in public life In a new survey released by the Pew Research Center, 80 percent of respondents said religion’s role in public life is shrinking in America. That’s the highest proportion in two decades of asking the question. John Yang speaks with Gregory… By John Yang, Harry Zahn, Lana Green
Politics Oct 11 Watch 7:22 Concerns grow over the increasing ties between Christianity and right-wing nationalism A growing movement led by right-wing politicians is increasingly challenging the separation of church and state. On the ballot this November are several high-profile Republican candidates who are embracing Christian nationalist ideals. Kristin Kobes Du Mez of Calvin University joined… By Laura Barrón-López
Nation Dec 13 More U.S. churches are committing to racism-linked reparations The Episcopal Diocese of Texas acknowledges that its first bishop in 1859 was a slaveholder. An Episcopal church in New York City erects a plaque noting the building’s creation in 1810 was made possible by wealth resulting from slavery. By David Crary, Associated Press
Politics Jul 17 Biden’s bid touts faith, courts even religious conservatives President Donald Trump’s appeal to religious conservatives is a cornerstone of his political identity. But Joe Biden is a different kind of foe than Trump has faced before: one who makes his devout Catholicism a central part of his persona. By Elana Schor, Jack Jenkins, Associated Press
Apr 09 Watch 6:49 How religious observances are adapting to social distancing By John Yang, Rachel Wellford In April, millions of Christians, Jews and Muslims around the world mark Easter, Passover and Ramadan -- some of the holiest observances of the year. But how are followers of these religions expressing faith and community when the pandemic makes… Continue watching
Oct 09 The Pope’s new ‘comedic advisor’ is a rabbi By Alison Moore The Honorary Comedic Advisor to the Pope was announced on Monday... and he’s a rabbi. Continue reading
Jun 23 Watch New Survey Maps Shifts in the U.S. Religious Landscape A new forum by the Pew foundation shows an America that is widely devout and diverse in its religious roots. It also reveals new shifts and trends in the way religion takes hold across the U.S. A senior fellow from… Continue watching